Name: Socrates Café (Hybrid)
Start: 2022-11-1T09:00-7:00
End: 2022-11-1T10:00-7:00

Event Type Adults

november

01nov9:00 am10:00 amSocrates Café (Hybrid)2022

01nov11:30 am1:30 pmLunchtime Spanish Classes

03nov11:30 am1:30 pmLunchtime Spanish Classes

03nov5:00 pm6:30 pmCrafternoon: GnomevemberGunnison Library

05nov6:00 pm7:30 pmFriends Dinner

08nov11:30 am1:30 pmLunchtime Spanish Classes

08nov5:30 pm6:30 pmBooks-N-Bars2022

09nov4:00 pm6:00 pmFive Wishes Workshop and Local Resources for SeniorsGunnison Library

Event Details

Join on Wednesday, November 9 from 4-6 pm for an informational session with Dawn Stewart, Gunnison Valley Health Home Medical Services.

In the first hour she will cover Home Medical Services and what senior care looks like currently in the valley. In the second hour she will facilitate the Five Wishes workshop described below.

Come learn more about this valuable FREE planning tool for advanced directives and end of life care. The Five wishes document is a great conversation starter for individuals and families to outline wishes for medical treatment, how they want to be treated at end of life and final arrangements. The document is easy to complete and with 2 witness signatures is legally valid in the state of Colorado. In this workshop we will review each option, answer questions and if participants would like complete their own Five Wishes and have it witnessed.

Why choose Five Wishes?

It’s written in everyday language, making it easy to understand and complete.
It covers personal, spiritual, medical and legal wishes all in one document.
It allows your family or caregiver to know exactly what you want, so they don’t have to guess
It’s legally valid in nearly every state

Check out www.fivewishes.org to learn more.

About Dawn:

Dawn Stewart, LSW works for GVH’s Home Medical Services as their Medical Social Worker and Bereavement Coordinator. Dawn works closely with nurses, physical and occupational therapists to help patients find the resources they need in the community, support families through the Hospice expereince and work through grief and loss. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas in 2004 and has a had a varied social work career since then including work with sexual and domestic violence survivors, adults with developmental disabilities and children in foster care. Dawn and her family have been here in the valley for three years and she is grateful for the opportunity to serve the community through Home Health, Hospice and Palliative Care.

Time

(Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location

Gunnison Library

1 Quartz Street, Gunnison, CO 81230

Organizer

Gunnison Library

970-641-3485

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10nov11:30 am1:30 pmLunchtime Spanish Classes

14nov9:00 am10:00 amFree group yoga sessionsFall 2022 - Gunnison Library

15nov9:00 am10:00 amSocrates Café (Hybrid)2022

15nov11:30 am1:30 pmLunchtime Spanish Classes

15nov6:00 pm7:00 pmFree Yoga Classes - Fall 2022Crested Butte Library

16nov4:00 pm5:30 pmCrafternoon: GnomevemberCrested Butte Library

17nov11:30 am1:30 pmLunchtime Spanish Classes

17nov6:00 pm7:00 pmQigong Class

Event Details

Qigong is offered at the Gunnison Library every Third Thursday of the month. See a description of the practice and instructor below.

About Qigong:

Qigong is an ancient practice that integrates movement, stillness, and deep breathing. The purpose of qigong is to relax and release tension so that the elements that give us energy and health (breath, blood, lymph, etc) can flow freely throughout the body. Movements in qigong are slow, circular, graceful, and flowing. These movements lubricate the joints, strengthen the muscles, improve circulation, and relax the nervous system. Qigong is a moving meditation that brings awareness to our breath and expands our range of motion. Qigong creates space for health, balance, and calm which can maximize our body’s natural healing processes. Qigong is an easy practice that can be done standing, sitting, or lying down. People of all ages can practice and enjoy this gentle ancient art.

About the instructor:

Heidi Magnus has taught qigong for five years and has practiced since 2015. Heidi’s first career was as an environmental scientist and she still enjoys applying the scientific method and observation skills to all aspects of life. Heidi enjoys making connections between ancient wisdoms, like Qigong, and current research in neuroscience, psychology, and wellbeing. For the last 26 years, Heidi has owned a deli with her sister Kate and finds that qigong helps her to thrive in a busy work environment. Qigong is a vital part of her self-care and she enjoys sharing the tools she has learned for navigating life and its ever-changing challenges. Currently she studies qigong with four teachers (Dr. Roger Jahnke, Mimi Kuo Deemer, Marisa Cranfil, Anthony Korahais). The teachings of Josh Korda and Sharon Salzberg also inspire Heidi in her practice. Heidi enjoys teaching Qigong, and finds sharing the practice with others rewarding. Heidi is offering classes through Gunnison Public Library. These classes are for beginners or advanced students who want to practice in a fun and casual community atmosphere.